Are you an organized and detail-oriented professional looking to work with a globally respected humanitarian organization? Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is offering an exciting opportunity for an Admin Transit position based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about administration, coordination, and supporting life-saving humanitarian operations.
Working with MSF provides a unique opportunity to contribute to emergency medical and humanitarian assistance worldwide. First, MSF operates on principles of neutrality, impartiality, and independence, delivering aid to those in need regardless of background. Moreover, this role allows you to directly support the movement and coordination of staff, ensuring smooth operations across projects. Additionally, you will gain valuable experience in international administration, compliance, and coordination within a high-impact environment.
MSF is an international, independent medical humanitarian organization that responds to armed conflicts, epidemics, natural disasters, and exclusion from healthcare. With operations in multiple countries, the organization relies on strong administrative systems to support its field teams. In Tanzania, MSF continues to play a key role in delivering healthcare services and coordinating humanitarian activities.
This position is best suited for candidates with a background in administration and strong organizational skills. Applicants should be proactive, adaptable, and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently. To qualify, candidates must meet the following requirements:
This is a valuable opportunity to join a globally recognized humanitarian organization and contribute to meaningful work that impacts lives. Therefore, if you are committed to administrative excellence and passionate about humanitarian service, consider applying and becoming part of MSF’s mission to deliver critical support to communities in need.
Working with MSF provides a unique opportunity to contribute to emergency medical and humanitarian assistance worldwide. First, MSF operates on principles of neutrality, impartiality, and independence, delivering aid to those in need regardless of background. Moreover, this role allows you to directly support the movement and coordination of staff, ensuring smooth operations across projects. Additionally, you will gain valuable experience in international administration, compliance, and coordination within a high-impact environment.
MSF is an international, independent medical humanitarian organization that responds to armed conflicts, epidemics, natural disasters, and exclusion from healthcare. With operations in multiple countries, the organization relies on strong administrative systems to support its field teams. In Tanzania, MSF continues to play a key role in delivering healthcare services and coordinating humanitarian activities.
This position is best suited for candidates with a background in administration and strong organizational skills. Applicants should be proactive, adaptable, and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently. To qualify, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- University degree in administration or a related field
- At least one year of experience in administration management or a similar role
- Essential computer skills (Word, Excel, internet)
- Fluency in English (local working language is an added advantage)
- Strong results and quality orientation
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Behavioral flexibility
- Commitment to MSF principles
- Good stress management skills
- Managing visas, flight bookings, and related processes for international staff movements
- Coordinating travel and administrative formalities such as passports, visas, and per diems
- Liaising with external partners including immigration authorities, UN agencies, and airlines
- Handling administrative support for staff in transit, including accommodation, transport, and briefings
- Maintaining movement tracking tools and updating mission contact information
- Supervising administrative and support staff to ensure efficient operations
- Managing guesthouse logistics including room allocation, maintenance, and supplies
- Ensuring proper filing and timely submission of administrative documentation
- Following up on work and residence permits with Tanzanian authorities
- Managing diploma verification processes with institutions such as the Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU)
- Providing analytical reports on compliance and staff movement processes
- Coordinating closely with field teams on staff arrivals and departures
- Monitoring and optimizing accommodation usage
- Identifying operational challenges and proposing improvements
- Prepare a motivation letter, updated CV, copies of relevant certificates, and proof of IT skills
- Clearly indicate the job title “Admin Transit” in the email subject
- Submit your application via email to [email protected]
- Alternatively, submit physically at MSF offices in Dar es Salaam (Uporoto Street, Ursino Estate), Nduta Refugee Camp (Kibondo), MSF Guest House Kibondo, or MSF office in Liwale, Lindi
- Ensure your application is submitted before Wednesday, 15th April 2026 at 17:00 EAT
This is a valuable opportunity to join a globally recognized humanitarian organization and contribute to meaningful work that impacts lives. Therefore, if you are committed to administrative excellence and passionate about humanitarian service, consider applying and becoming part of MSF’s mission to deliver critical support to communities in need.
